2001 Acura NSX vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X5 (609 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | NSX | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2934 mm |
